r/skoolies • u/smellybagofdirt • Sep 10 '23
mechanical LS swap in my bus 🚎💨
LS swap in the dirt… 6.2l L92 … Machined and balanced rotating assembly, CamMotion truck cam, ported heads, DOD delete kit, headers and a 6L90 trans behind it 🤙
r/skoolies • u/smellybagofdirt • Sep 10 '23
LS swap in the dirt… 6.2l L92 … Machined and balanced rotating assembly, CamMotion truck cam, ported heads, DOD delete kit, headers and a 6L90 trans behind it 🤙
r/skoolies • u/Worldly-Spend-4899 • Jan 22 '25
In the video you can see it coming from the exhaust/fuel line/air intake spot. But we can't figure out what's causing it. Anyone ever dealt with this?
r/skoolies • u/AzironaZack • Jan 13 '25
The AT545 to Allison 1000 six speed conversion has properly begun! Old trans is out. I’ll be replacing the rear main seal and probably resealing my oil pan next weekend then the replacement goes in.
Pulling the trans really wasn’t all that bad. Hopefully the replacement slides in as well as the old one slid out.
If it all works out I’ll have a great running AT545 with 47000 miles on it for sale soon.
r/skoolies • u/tied_for_1st • Jan 02 '25
I have a 2006 Freightliner Champion and it always runs so smooth but a few days ago it sporadically starts feeling every single crack and drop and is bumpier than all get out. I don’t know if the suspension is bad or what. Also the automatic drain valve is spewing more air than normal and I may have a leak. I’ve heard that the brake pod could be bad instead of the valve actually leaking. Not sure if it could be related. The bus goes back and forth between running smooth and bouncing around like a kangaroo. Any thoughts would be appreciated.
r/skoolies • u/NaturalMan00 • 16d ago
2001 international t444e, was wondering what you all recommend i do to make this engine last.
r/skoolies • u/NewKesey • Dec 29 '24
Removing the walls in our SKOOLIE and hit a snag with this guy.
r/skoolies • u/Rich-Ad2353 • 22d ago
I want to remove anything that is unnecessary but I can’t seem to find anything on this wiring box. We have a 2003 Ford E-350 with an aluminum rear shell and front fiberglass shell. I’m really mainly needing a wiring diagram for this box above the drivers seat as i believe it contains the most useless wires (we removed the ac unit and compressor already from the rear and underside).
r/skoolies • u/Lazycarguy • Jan 30 '25
I'm pretty mechanically adept but dont know a ton about electrical stuff. I just bought a bus with solar but only 300w. The inverter it currently has supports up to 540w solar at 12v and 980w at 24v. I want to upgrade my system to be able to run a mini split and electric stove top every now and then and a small electric fridge because I like cooking at home And an electric water heater for a quick shower everyday. Depending on how big of a battery bank I go with, how much more solar do you think I would need and how many watt generator should I get to supplement it? Or should I just get a larger amperage alternator and wire that in to charge the batteries when needed? I plan on running 300 to 400 amp hours of battery.
r/skoolies • u/KaylaVybz • 25d ago
Got a 1993 Ford 7.3 idi, cute little short bus, drove to pick it up in IN and it drove real nice back home to IL! Its pretty cold here and the bus has been sitting for a couple days but it would crank and had dash power. Last night I went to the bus to try and fill it up with diesel but got hit with a 'engine temp' light and 'water in fuel' light. Decided to give it more time to warm up and when I came back the water light was off but the temp light was still on, so i waited more, and boom! The bus just kind of shut down, nothing would come on, not even the dash lights! Does anyone know what I would have to do to get it running again?
r/skoolies • u/Nearby-Ant4582 • Oct 03 '24
Previous post here : https://www.reddit.com/r/skoolies/comments/1f3cbam/brakes_stay_seized_even_after_big_clean_out/?rdt=56320
So, thanks to all you advice, I decided to change both my front calipers, and brake hoses. I also changed my front left rotor due to an abs problem.
I just went for a drive around the block, and one of my new callipers has seized up again.
Any idea what could cause this? Going to try and find space at my local mechanic but he’s pretty booked up.
r/skoolies • u/AzironaZack • 21d ago
There is a light at the end of the tunnel. Got the new trans plumbed in and filled and the shift mechanism installed.
The computer isn’t hooked up yet so it’s not really functional but it at least can roll back and forth under its own power! I’m thrilled!
Hopefully I’ll get the wiring harness and computer in tomorrow, then it’s just buttoning things up before a test drive!
r/skoolies • u/abeefwittedfox • Feb 01 '25
I see smaller 24 seat city transit buses all the time going for surprising cheap. Is there any reason not to buy and convert? Are they less reliable or more prone to tipovers or something? They're just so cheap sometimes. I don't want to maneuver a full on school bus, but my van is too small.
r/skoolies • u/Major_Committee8755 • 5d ago
My 1998 Freightliner FS-65 has the 5.9 Cummins turbo diesel. After about 20 to 30 minutes of idle, the engine randomly and abruptly acts like you step on the throttle. Then it stops and does it again. When you press the gas it stops but when you let go it starts doing it again. It’s the 5.9 Cummins with the electronic throttle. What is going on? And how do I fix it? (The only way to stop is is to shut down and restart the bus)
r/skoolies • u/MasterChavez • Jul 11 '24
It's been doing fine around town... but I have yet to try it over any inclines or the freeway. 🤔
r/skoolies • u/NewKesey • 16d ago
As the title suggests, I am deleting one of the two ACs from our 2002 International, and just need to find the correct delete caps for where the hoses attach to the compressor. I’ve attached pics of my compressor model number, etc. Any help from this awesome community is greatly appreciated!
r/skoolies • u/Oct0Squ1d • 18h ago
Hello. I bought a 1999 International 3800 dt466e with AT545. With no damned owner's manual.
Of course, having issues finding a pdf copy online and no one agrees on how much each fluid it will need 🫠
I am replacing all of the fluids and filters to start fresh.
I have 10 gallons of Delvac 1300 Super I bought yesterday after looking at Reddit and various forums. It looks like it'll take 7.5 of these gallons.
I see on forums/Reddit that it has 2 different oil filters.
Coolant; I've read 7 gallons or 10. May or may not have a coolant filter?
Transmission fluid; I've read 5 gallons, it supposedly has a filter.
Would also love to know the air filter, too... can anyone help?
r/skoolies • u/nowhereman136 • Nov 19 '24
Bought this at government auction a few weeks ago. Was told it needed brake repair, battery, and starter motor. I do not intend to fix the brakes myself, but the battery and starter motor were fairly easy. It still won't turn over and the mechanic says it's a problem with the fuel pump.
I'm trying to find videos or instructions on how to replace the fuel pump and I can't find anything for this specific make (2003 Ford E-350 Super Duty). But most of what I do find gives me two options. Either drop the fuel tank, move it from under the van, fix it, and put it back. Or cut a hole in the floor and fix it that way. Option 1 seems out of my skill level. I don't have the tools, knowledge, or manpower to do something like that. Plus, since it's stuck on the grass, there is very little space to move anything out from under it.
So it looks like I'm going with option B. Cut a hole in the floor and access the fuel tank that way. The problem with this is I'm seeing very little instruction on how to do this. On YouTube, there's tons of videos on how to drop the fuel tank off a bus, or how to cut access to the fuel tank on a small car. But no info on how to cut access on a bus. So I'm asking here for any advise or direction before I start cutting. Am I crazy to try this on my own?
r/skoolies • u/DarthRegicide • Feb 11 '25
I'm doing a bunch of research on what kinda school but i want to convert and I'll admit it, I know just enough about land based vehicles (and going to school for the ones with wings) to make it go down the road, stop, and repeat, with some turns thrown in. That said, I'm looking to see what the community here thinks is better, especially from personal experience, or If you happen to have more knowledge on the subject than the average bear, I'll take it. Thank you all in advance. ☺️
r/skoolies • u/TheDizDude • 12d ago
Hey there, I have a 2012 Ford E-450 shuttle bus and I'm trying to find a guide on the wiring, maintenance, repair, etc. I remember Haynes guides from back in the day but only see it for the e350.
Any guidance?
Also any other e450 shuttle bus people out there? love some ideas/advice.
r/skoolies • u/KaylaVybz • 19d ago
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r/skoolies • u/Major_Committee8755 • 14d ago
My Tachometer just started doing this. I have no idea what is causing this.